By The Editors Returning students may have noticed changes in the cafeteria and in Alvin’s Café. OCU Dining services recently added more options to the menu in Alvin’s Café and upgraded some items in the cafeteria. The cafeteria has new coffee machines, as well as a hot chocolate machine. Other additions to the cafeteria include…
Before Midnight takes audience on an emotional journey
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Only a truly brave filmmaker can put unlikeable characters onscreen and get away with it. Luckily, Richard Linklater is just such a filmmaker, and his Before Midnight benefits greatly from it. With help from co-writers and stars Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy, he creates a film that is by turns…
Campus organization plans membership requirements
By Ally Hansen, Staff Writer New changes in the OCU honors program will boost involvement among members of the program. In addition to the formation of an Honors Student Council, the program is enacting new rules and regulations. “I hope [the changes] encourage upperclassmen to stay involved in the program,” said Addison Broberg, honors student…
OCU student prepares for Miss America competition
By Susannah Waite, Editor-in-Chief Kelsey Griswold, acting senior, will take the stage at the 2014 Miss America Competition representing the state as Miss Oklahoma. Griswold has been preparing for the competition since she was crowned Miss Oklahoma on June 9. “I’ve been mentally, physically and spiritually preparing,” Griswold said. “It’s a mental game and you…
Christian sorority starts recruitment activities
By Amy Fuhrman, Web Editor The Christian sorority Kappa Phi is putting on several events leading up to their recruitment. Kappa Phi is a nationally recognized Christian women’s sorority. The organization focuses on service, worship, fellowship and study, all within a group setting based on sisterhood. Kappa Phi will have their “Degree of the Pine”…
Analysis of famous speech offered to campus community
By Amy Fuhrman, Web Editor To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the “I Have a Dream” speech, an analysis and discussion about the speech will be held Wednesday, Aug. 28, from noon to 1 p.m. in Walker Center room 151. The speech was give by Martin Luther King, Jr. on Aug. 28th, 1963 in Washington…
Police report Aug. 23
Petit Larceny– Thursday, August 22, 2013, 4:00am; Draper Hall; 13-08-020; Victim: OCU student; Suspect: unknown; Officer Pepper took a report from the victim at the station. The victim locked his bicycle up on the west side of Draper Hall on 8/19/13, and when he returned on 8/21/13 it was gone. His cable lock had been…
Columnist calls for vigilance in the Syrian conflict
By Matt Patrick, columnist We complain every day about the things that get in our way. We complain about traffic. We complain about poor service at a restaurant. However, we forget how trivial these things are relative to the real tyranny, oppression and evil happening throughout the world. In Syria, thousands are being slaughtered at…
Award winning children’s book illustrations on display
By Amy Fuhrman, Web Editor A touring art exhibit featuring Golden Kite children’s book award winners will be on display in the Nona Jean Hulsey Gallery, located within the Norick Art Center. The exhibit “Golden Kite, Golden Dreams,” will be on display October 20. A public opening reception is scheduled from 3 p.m. to 5…
Princess Diana’s gowns up for sale
Princess Diana’s ball gowns will be auctioned off for the second time.
One Give focuses on sustainability
The collaborative community service project known as One Give will be back on campus this year.
More consumers opting for low-calorie choices
By Amy Fuhrman, Staff Writer French fry sales are dropping across America, according to the Hudson Institute. Fast food companies are making more money by offering healthier options, such as apple slices, oatmeal and low-calorie meals. For more information, click here.
SGA sets spring semester budget
Student Senate approved Student Government Association’s Spring 2013 budget at the Jan. 22 Student Senate meeting.
Residence Life brings back housing draft for students
Residence Life officials announced that the lottery-style housing assignments will make a comeback this April. It will be the second year of the lottery.
Skeleton identified as King Richard III
By Amy Fuhrman A skeleton found buried under a parking lot in Leicester, England was identified as King Richard III. King Richard III is best know as one of literature’s most infamous villains. Shakespeare depicted the king as a child-killing monster in his play Richard III. For the whole story on the parking lot skeleton,…
Super bowl servings
By Amy Fuhrman Whichever team you may be rooting for this weekend, the Super Bowl is a huge event for both football and snacking. It is estimated that Americans will consume 1.25 billion chicken wings, 4.4 million pizzas and 11.2 million pounds of potato chips. With obesity on the rise in America, it may be…
“Napsack” could be the new Snuggie
By Amy Fuhrman, staff writer On NBC’s TODAY, the anchors introduced a new phenomenon in outwear; the “Napsack”. Much like the famed Snuggie, it is designed to keep the wearer warm while still allowing a wide range in motion. The Napsack is designed like a sleeping bag, but has zippered holes for arms, and…
Top baby names of 2012 revealed
By Amy Fuhrman Babycenter.org, the number one parenting and pregnancy website, has unveiled their list of top baby names in 2012. Linda Murray, the Web site’s editor-in-chief, presented the list on NBC’s Today Show on Thursday morning. The list of most popular girl and boy names for babies in 2012 included influences from popular media,…
Teen sensations to release 3D movie.
The hit boy band One Direction will soon be conquering another outlet of entertainment: the silver screen.
Relay For Life rally hosted to educate about event
Students will have the opportunity to sign up to walk for a cause. A rally for the Relay For Life will be hosted from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday outside Tom and Brenda McDaniel University Center.
“Sesame Street” to air hurricane themed episode
By Amy Fuhrman, Staff Writer The longtime favorite children’s show “Sesame Street” will direct its attention to the victims of Hurricane Sandy this week. The disaster themed episode, airing Friday, focuses on the street after a hurricane strikes and leaves the residents to repair and recover. Since its original air date in 2001, the…
